Program Information
The Anoka Technical College Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Architectural Technology is a 60-credit program. The program consists of technical courses designed to develop skills which can be applied to a wide variety of careers in the design-construction industry including employment with architectural and engineering firms, residential builders and construction material suppliers.
In addition to drafting and detailing skills, the student receives training in related areas such as construction estimating, building codes, building mechanical and electrical systems, as well as emerging technologies in energy-efficient design. Students receive hands-on training in industry standard computer-aided drafting software (AutoCAD and Revit), building information modeling (BIM) technology.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate residential construction materials and methods knowledge.
- Demonstrate commercial construction materials and methods knowledge.
- Execute program/industry drafting standards for residential construction drawings.
- Execute program/industry drafting standards for commercial construction drawings.
- Demonstrate entry level CAD/Revit proficiency for the industry.
- Demonstrate understanding of the roles and responsibilities of an entry level architectural, electrical, structural, mechanical or civil technician.
Program Start Dates
Fall Semester: August
Spring Semester: January**
**Students who start in the spring will need more time to complete due to course prerequisites.
Faculty Contact
Daniel Iund: 612-708-0516
Dawn Wirtz: 763-576-4073